Indiana Senate leaders say they will not meet in December as scheduled to consider new Congressional maps because they say they don't have the votes to support doing so. Indiana's best political team explains why that decision might not necessarily be final. Plus, Congressman Marlin Stutzman explains his vote to end the government shutdown and looks ahead to the fight over health care spending.

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On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Democratic Congressman Frank Mrvan and Republican Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith both weigh in on the impending special session to redraw Indiana's Congressional districts. Plus, Indiana's best political team discusses the potential outcomes of a special session and the ongoing SNAP funding crisis.

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Congressman Frank Mrvan says redrawing Indiana's Congressional maps will only accelerate political extremism. Mrvan is one of two Democrats in Indiana's Congressional delegation. His district in northwest Indiana is almost certain to be redrawn if lawmakers approve new maps. In an interview with All INdiana Politics' Phil Sanchez, he talked about the upcoming redistricting session, the ongoing government shutdown and what he wants the Trump and Braun administrations to do to help as SNAP benefits run out.

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On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Republican Sen. Jim Banks and Democratic Congressman Andre Carson explain their support for measures to ensure air traffic controllers get paid amid the federal government shutdown. They also discuss the ceasefire in Gaza brokered by the Trump administration and recent air strikes on boats suspected of drug smuggling.

Plus, the All INdiana Politics team discusses why Indiana Senate Republicans' assertion that "the votes aren't there" for mid-decade redistricting doesn't mean the redistricting debate in Indiana is over.

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On this episode of All INdiana Politics, Israel's consul general to the Midwest talks exclusively with News 8 about the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza and the prospects for a long-term ceasefire. Elad Strohmayer explains what he thinks it will take to ensure Hamas released the remains of dead hostages and what the role of a small number of U.S. troops will be in the peacekeeping stage.

President Donald Trump's border czar, Tom Homan, urges state lawmakers to pass a sweeping state-level immigration enforcement bill. All INdiana Politics explains what the measure could entail.

News 8's Garrett Bergquist brings in two members of Indiana's best political team, Republican Whitley Yates and Democrat Lindsay Haake, to discuss a proposed utility rate settlement between the city of Indianapolis and AES Indiana, Homan's visit and the potential impact of layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education on students with disabilities.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” The state’s top economic development leadership on Wednesday voted to release a long-awaited audit once a final legal review is complete.

The leader of a new organization focused on independent candidates said voters need to know they have options besides the Republican and Democratic parties.

News 8’s Phil Sanchez brings in two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Dana Black and Republican Ali Bartlett, to discuss lessons for future data center projects and what to look for in the Indiana Economic Development Corporation audit.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Gov. Mike Braun on Tuesday said a special session to redraw Indiana’s congressional map is “increasingly likely.”

Pete Buttigieg, a former U.S. secretary of transportation and South Bend mayor, said Thursday that redrawing Indiana’s congressional districts midcycle would mean Republican lawmakers would decide the results of the election.

News 8’s Phil Sanchez brings in two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Lindsay Haake and Republican Whitley Yates, to discuss legislative support for redistricting and the likelihood of a special session.

Indiana’s secretary of education said families can expect closer cooperation than ever between K-12 and higher education.

The All INdiana Politics panel discusses Charlie Kirk comments and free speech, state officials cutting child care voucher rates, and the State Budget Committee approving upgrades at the Miami Correctional facility for ICE detainees.

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Congressman Frank Mrvan tells WISH-TV Government Reporter Garrett Bergquist he won't allow talk of redistricting to affect his work, including with members of the other party. Mrvan is one of two Indiana Democrats in Congress. His district covers Lake and Porter counties, along with part of La Porte County.

Mrvan's district is by far the most competitive in Indiana and has long been a Republican target. He spoke at a rally at the Statehouse last month protesting Vice President JD Vance's visit.

Mrvan and I talked about redistricting and the impact of President Trump's trade policies on his district. We began, though, with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which happened the day before.

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On this edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Indiana Democrats are considering litigation if Republicans attempt to redraw the state’s congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. 

Central Indiana mayors told News 8 they will do everything they can to avoid laying off city employees as property tax revenues drop.

Two members of Indiana’s best political team, Democrat Kip Tew and Republican Tom John, on Friday said numbers showing falling crime in Indianapolis are laudable, though perception will take time to catch up.

The panel also discussed the proposed Google data center facing opposition from Indianapolis City-County councilors.

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On this edition of "All INdiana Politics," Congressman Jim Baird said migration since 2020 makes it necessary for state lawmakers to redraw Indiana’s Congressional map ahead of the 2026 midterms.

City and school leaders in Carmel on Thursday said they might have to cut some services due to changes in Indiana’s property tax system, though it’s too soon to say which ones.

News 8's Garrett Bergquist brings in two members of Indiana's best political team, Democrat Dana Black and Republican Ali Bartlett, to discuss lawmakers beginning to endorse redistricting, the impact of California's redistricting, the likelihood of a redistricting session, and the impact on future tax discussions.

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